Cannes Lions announces jury for 2026
The jury for the 2026 Cannes Lions has been announced. This year’s lineup reflects the evolution of the creative industry, featuring more disciplines, brands, and independent agencies. For the first time, jurors from the Dominican Republic and Venezuela are also represented.
The International Festival of Creativity has announced the composition of the Awarding Jury for Cannes Lions 2026. The industry experts will gather in Cannes in June to set the global benchmark for creativity and recognize the most creative and impactful work of the year.
Diversity and global representation
This year's jury line-up clearly shows how the creative industry is evolving. The composition is characterized by more disciplines, a stronger participation of brands and independent agencies as well as an increased representation from Africa, the Pacific region, the MENA region and Latin America. Particularly pleasing: for the first time, jurors from the Dominican Republic and Venezuela, who have already won Lions, are represented.
New standards for creative excellence
During the festival, the selected experts will evaluate the works that will set a new standard and make history. Their decisions will determine which creative achievements will be honored with a Cannes Lion in 2026 and thus serve as a benchmark for the entire industry.
The festival will take place in Cannes in June 2026. Interested parties can already register now to take part. A specialized support team is available to answer questions about the awards.
Further information about the Cannes Lions can be found at https://www.canneslions.com
